Netanyahu's diplomatic victories during his Washington visit come with expiration dates – analysis

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent visit to Washington yielded diplomatic victories, though their longevity is uncertain. Netanyahu aimed to demonstrate his influence with the US to Israeli voters ahead of a tough reelection campaign. He met with President Trump, focusing on Iran's nuclear program and potential responses if peace talks fail. Netanyahu stated, "Anything that will produce the end of Iran's nuclear program is what we want. That's our common goal." However, the proposed deal allowing Iran control over the Strait of Hormuz is not favored by Israel. Opposition leader Yair Lapid, also in Washington, criticized Netanyahu's approach to US-Israel relations, advocating for engagement with both Democratic and Republican parties. Netanyahu's meetings largely focused on Republican figures, with limited engagement with Democrats. He also attributed declining support for Israel to social media manipulation.